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Avamere at Hermiston
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Hermiston, OR
Avamere at Hermiston
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Hermiston, OR
Licensed with 63 beds, Avamere at Hermiston is an assisted living community in Hermiston, Oregon, that assists with activities of daily living. Located on West Highland Avenue, the community’s surrounding area is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 89. This allows convenient access to errands within walking distance.
24-hour staffing is provided to ensure accessibility of care at all times, while respite care is available for those seeking temporary stays. Furthermore, medication reminders and routine health and wellness checks are provided. Transportation services, housekeeping, and maintenance support are also available.
Promoting a comfortable and welcoming environment, the community also provides restaurant-style dining, fitness classes, and a wide range of scheduled activities designed to encourage engagement and social interaction. A full-service salon is also available for residents’ personal care.
The Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities has identified a recurring concern related to kitchen sanitation across multiple inspection cycles. Food safety practices, kitchen cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and food handling procedures are among the other deficiencies identified. A comprehensive re-licensure review also cited concerns related to medication management, staffing levels and training, fire and life safety compliance, and building maintenance. Although other concerns cited have been addressed through corrective actions, food sanitation concerns have continued to appear and still warrant attention.
An in-person tour will be beneficial for families exploring care options, as it can provide more information about Avamere at Hermiston’s care options, lifestyle programming, and overall atmosphere.
63-bed community Rank #169 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 351 homes in Oregon for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
30 years in operation Rank #79 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 375 homes in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 89 / 100 Rank #38 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 475 homes in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 16, 1996
CountyUmatilla
License Number70M040
Avamere at Hermiston is administered by Lori Scheel.
Emergency SystemsEmergency call system
Safety Features24-hour staff, advanced safety features
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Salon
Activities
Wellness Center
Dining
Transportation
Fitness Center
Housekeeping
Activities
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
14 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (55% below)
• Total deficiencies (55% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 31 | This facility has 55% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (14 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 55% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Avamere at Hermiston
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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Avamere at Hermiston | AL RC | Hermiston | 63
Facility
63
OR AVG
67
Rank
#169 / 351 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
OR AVG
55
Rank
#38 / 475 | - | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
21
Rank
#79 / 375 | - | - | 5 | 14
Facility
14
OR AVG
31
Rank
#53 / 284 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#57 / 284 | - | Lori Scheel |
| Bend Transitional Care | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Bend (Mountain View) | 60
Facility
60
OR AVG
67
Rank
#181 / 351 | No |
70
Facility
70
OR AVG
55
Rank
#158 / 475 | - | 16
Facility
16
OR AVG
21
Rank
#246 / 375 | 92.8% | - | 7 | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
31
Rank
#107 / 284 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#30 / 284 | Ohana Harmony House, LLC | Heather Jeffers |
| Regency Care of Central Oregon | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Bend (Southern Crossing) | 46
Facility
46
OR AVG
67
Rank
#252 / 351 | No |
80
Facility
80
OR AVG
55
Rank
#88 / 475 | - | 16
Facility
16
OR AVG
21
Rank
#246 / 375 | 70.2% | - | 14 | 28
Facility
28
OR AVG
31
Rank
#159 / 284 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#60 / 284 | Bd Bend III, LLC | Amy Stone |
| Mirabella Portland | AL MC NH SNF | Portland (Southwest Portland) | 27
Facility
27
OR AVG
67
Rank
#316 / 351 | No |
81
Facility
81
OR AVG
55
Rank
#81 / 475 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
OR AVG
21
Rank
#224 / 375 | - | A+ | 6 | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
31
Rank
#253 / 284 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#235 / 284 | Mirabella At South Waterfront | Joscelyn Cook |
| Willamette View | AL HC IL MC NH RESC SNF | Portland (Southeast River Road) | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
67
Rank
#344 / 351 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
OR AVG
55
Rank
#316 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 32
Facility
32
OR AVG
21
Rank
#59 / 375 | 81.7% | - | 5 | 8
Facility
8
OR AVG
31
Rank
#56 / 284 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#39 / 284 | Willamette View, Inc | Matthew Hartley |
Frequently Asked Questions about Avamere at Hermiston
Is Avamere at Hermiston in a walkable area?
Avamere at Hermiston has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Avamere at Hermiston?
According to OR state health department records, Avamere at Hermiston's license number is 70M040.
How long has Avamere at Hermiston been in business?
Avamere at Hermiston has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Avamere at Hermiston have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Avamere at Hermiston on this page.
Are pets allowed at Avamere at Hermiston?
Yes, Avamere at Hermiston allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Avamere at Hermiston?
The team at Avamere at Hermiston can be reached at lscheel@avamerecommunities.com.
Who is the administrator of Avamere at Hermiston?
Lori Scheel is the administrator of Avamere at Hermiston.
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